Are you a part qualified accountant looking for a role where you’ll be trusted, valued, and able to take real ownership of your work? Do you enjoy working closely with clients, managing your own portfolio, and being part of a friendly, close-knit team? Looking for a permanent opportunity within a well-established local practice that offers stability, support, and room to grow? Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting an Accountant on behalf of a highly regarded, family-run accountancy practice based in Sunderland. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional yet approachable firm supporting a varied client base of sole traders and small businesses. As a result, you’ll have the autonomy to work independently while building strong client relationships and delivering high-quality accounting services. The Role As a Part Qualified Accountant, you will play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of accounting services. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys responsibility, autonomy, and client interaction. On a day-to-day basis, you will manage your own workload and client portfolio, working closely with clients to support their accounting needs. Key Responsibilities * Preparing year-end accounts for a range of clients, with a strong focus on sole traders * Managing your own portfolio of clients and associated deadlines * Supporting clients with day-to-day accountin...